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A white building with columns, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.

A grand piano, ornate chairs, a chandelier, and a large mirror in a spacious room with patterned rugs and wooden flooring.

A wooden interior with a glass door leading to a pool area.

A kitchen with wooden walls, a central island with food items, hanging pots, and a refrigerator.

1. The Colonels B&B and Inn

9.2 km from Bell Lake

Daniel

￥44,824

￥56,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are dining tables and chairs in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small sofa.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a brick building with large windows and a green fence.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a sign for SpringHill Suites Marriott, and a brick facade.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

9 km from Bell Lake

Katherine

￥24,009

￥28,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a parking lot, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a patterned floor.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

12.9 km from Bell Lake

Jason

￥15,594

￥18,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area with a view of the city skyline.

A modern lobby with a sofa area, a staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a modern entrance.

4. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

13.8 km from Bell Lake

Abby

￥24,162

￥28,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a TV screen.

A reception area with a stone wall, a red counter, and a seating area with red chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a buffet setup.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, sofas, and round tables.

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

13.6 km from Bell Lake

Meltem

￥24,505

￥28,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern cafe with a central bar, seating area, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel room with a large window, a round mirror, a desk with a lamp, and a red chair.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and dumbbells.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a red chair.

6. Hampton Inn Athens

12.3 km from Bell Lake

Denise S

￥18,117

￥21,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

A reception area with three illuminated counters, a modern wall design, and a sign for Holiday Inn Express.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a reception desk, and a green sofa inside.

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

13.1 km from Bell Lake

Bobby

￥20,664

￥24,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A rooftop terrace with a flat-screen TV, a fire feature, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A modern outdoor living area with a bar, seating, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden accents, and bar stools.

8. The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

13.4 km from Bell Lake

Michael

￥52,072

￥60,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A brick building with a sign reading "Rivet House." There are steps leading to the entrance, and string lights are visible.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and a round table.

An outdoor dining area with brick walls, string lights, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with a view of greenery.

9. Rivet House

14.5 km from Bell Lake

Heather

￥27,895

￥32,874 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern hotel with a dark facade, multiple balconies, and a row of trees in front.

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, leather sofas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, wooden tables and chairs, and a modern ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a bar area, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

10. Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

13.9 km from Bell Lake

Millie

￥24,798

￥29,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating with cushioned chairs, and a visible exit sign.

A hotel reception desk with a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, a clock, and a window with blinds.

A gym with multiple dumbbells arranged on racks, a treadmill, and a stationary bike.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

11.9 km from Bell Lake

Melba Wright

￥15,895

￥19,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern dining area with hexagonal pendant lights, a large window with a view, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa set, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are large windows with curtains, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a floor lamp.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a bookshelf, and a decorative wall with text.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, red chairs, and tables, surrounded by brick walls and a modern building in the background.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

13.2 km from Bell Lake

Cali

￥25,607

￥30,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "Candlewood Suites" sign. The building has multiple floors with a mix of brick and siding exteriors.

A dark wooden cabinet with multiple glass doors, each containing various kitchen appliances like blenders, coffee makers, and toasters.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, small round table, and a flat-screen TV.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a kitchen area, and a large mirror.

13. Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG

13 km from Bell Lake

Sandra

￥17,645

￥22,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern bar area with a long counter, red bar stools, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with curtains, and a patterned floor.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple floors.

A row of refrigerated beverage dispensers and snack shelves in a hotel lobby.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

13.7 km from Bell Lake

Allison

￥27,029

￥31,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered walkway, and a pool area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a blue and brown tiled floor, and metal handrails.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and artwork on the wall.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a sign that reads "Morning Medley."

15. Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South

13.2 km from Bell Lake

Dominick

￥12,301

￥14,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and large windows.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a trash bin.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a grill, and umbrellas.

16. Wingate Athens

15.3 km from Bell Lake

Dorris

￥14,457

￥17,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Country Inn & Suites by Radisson."

An indoor swimming pool with a diving board, tiled walls, and a seating area with chairs.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, multiple balconies, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

12.3 km from Bell Lake

Cesar

￥15,301

￥18,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a bathroom area.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, a sink, and a towel rack.

18. Micro Hotel

12.1 km from Bell Lake

PATRICK

￥17,249

￥20,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent 'BW Best Western' sign, and a well-lit entrance.

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, round coffee table, and patterned rug. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a large lamp in the center.

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a coat check, and a sign indicating check-in times.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Best Western Athens

13 km from Bell Lake

Jan

￥15,736

￥18,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a television, and a door.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two patterned armchairs, and a glass partition.

A restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, a television, and a view of the outside.

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

12 km from Bell Lake

Craig

￥13,243

￥16,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Bell Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Colonels B&B and Inn	10.0 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West	9.4 Exceptional 943 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North	8.2 Very Good 876 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area	9.0 Wonderful 762 reviews	View

Top Bell Lake Hotel Reviews

Newly Built 5 BR, 6 Miles to UGA, Fire Pit, Sauna, Game Room.

10/10 Excellent

"Maggie was an absolutely amazing host! She was incredibly helpful, responsive, and made the entire experience seamless from start to finish. The place was beautiful, spotless, and had everything we could have possibly needed during our stay. Every detail was thoughtfully provided, making us feel right at home. Communication was quick and easy, and Maggie was always available if we had any questions. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable, stress-free stay. Thank you, Maggie, for such a wonderful experience!"

Lux and Spacious - King Beds, Chefs Kitchen, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & Near UGA!

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and well appointed property! The host even left chocolates by the bedside!! Excellent communication and response time to our questions/requests from the host! Wire Park is a fun location too! Would stay here again!!"

12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway!

10/10 Excellent

"It was perfect for our employees working in the area"

Cozy Downtown Retreat! Patio + Fire Pit + Garden

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay at once again!"

13 mins to Downtwn & Stadium - Game Room - Game Day

8/10 Good

"House checked the box for a quick overnight stay. I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because of linens. NO linens provided for sofa bed or rollaway. Some of the beds didn’t have real sleeping pillows either only small decorative ones. If owner beefed up the linen situation it would have been a much better stay. Needed more towels as well. Messaged about needing more linens and received no response back."

Charming Duplex: 12 Mi to UGA & Sanford Stadium!

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about this charming duplex was perfect. From the cleanliness of the linens that smelled so fresh to the complimentary eggs and honey! We couldn’t have asked for anything better. If we ever find ourselves back in Athens, we will certainly stay here."

Garden House DT Watkinsville- Minutes to Athens

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely stunning place! It’s decorated well and feels so inviting and tranquil. Plus, the tub in the master is the tub of dreams. Everything was super clean. Lori is hands down one of the most communicative hosts I’ve ever dealt with. She checked in, was quick to respond, and truly made me feel welcome. I plan on exclusively booking this place for all my future trips. "

13 mins to Downtwn & Stadium - Game Room - Game Day

10/10 Excellent

"Nice new house. Very clean. Good quiet location. Lots of amenities. We very much enjoyed our stay. "

4 BEDROOM HOUSE WITH FURNISHED OUTDOOR PAVILION

10/10 Excellent

"The host was very responsive and what a lovely home. "

Other attractions near Bell Lake

State Botanical Garden of Georgia

9.2/10 (204 reviews)

Join a guided tour or use informative signs to explore miles of nature trails and view exotic plants in this outstanding garden.

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Oconee County Welcome Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

Oconee County Welcome Center is just one of the places to see in Watkinsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's live music or attend a football game.

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Eagle Tavern Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Eagle Tavern Museum during your travels in Watkinsville. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Oconee County Library

Oconee County Library is just one of the places to see in Watkinsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Harris Shoals Park

Harris Shoals Park is just one of the places to see in Watkinsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Farmington Depot Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Farmington Depot Gallery during your trip to Watkinsville. You can attend a football game while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bell Lake?

Bell Lake is located in Watkinsville. You'll find 25 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Bell Lake?

Located a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Bell Lake, Luxury Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Another good choice is Historic Farmhouse Near UGA • 5 Acres • Private & Remodeled, located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Bell Lake?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Bell Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bell Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Bell Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bell Lake?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Bell Lake, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Bell Lake?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at State Botanical Garden of Georgia and Oconee Veterans Park. Attractions like Farmington Depot Gallery, Eagle Tavern Museum, and Oconee County Civic Center highlight Watkinsville's local culture. Oconee County Library and University of North Georgia (Oconee Campus) are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.

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Our top choices for Bell Lake hotels

1. The Colonels B&B and Inn

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

4. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

6. Hampton Inn Athens

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

8. The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

9. Rivet House

10. Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

11. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

13. Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG

14. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

15. Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South

16. Wingate Athens

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

18. Micro Hotel

19. Best Western Athens

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

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Top Bell Lake Hotel Reviews

Newly Built 5 BR, 6 Miles to UGA, Fire Pit, Sauna, Game Room.

Lux and Spacious - King Beds, Chefs Kitchen, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & Near UGA!

12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway!

Cozy Downtown Retreat! Patio + Fire Pit + Garden

13 mins to Downtwn & Stadium - Game Room - Game Day

Charming Duplex: 12 Mi to UGA & Sanford Stadium!

Garden House DT Watkinsville- Minutes to Athens

13 mins to Downtwn & Stadium - Game Room - Game Day

4 BEDROOM HOUSE WITH FURNISHED OUTDOOR PAVILION

Other attractions near Bell Lake

State Botanical Garden of Georgia

Oconee County Welcome Center

Eagle Tavern Museum

Oconee County Library

Harris Shoals Park

Farmington Depot Gallery

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